My favorite resources

I divided my favorite resources into two sections: Chronic Illness and Nature. There are so many possibilities for both topics. Here on this website, I focus on nature as a healing force, especially when living with chronic illness. There will be some overlap, as some chronic illness resources are directly related to nature, such as herbs. So please be sure to check out both resource pages.

Chronic Illness ResourcesA wise friend once told me to not become my illness. Today my illness does not define who I am, it's simply a part of my daily life. In the beginning, after diagnosis, I received little education from my physicians. Out of necessity, I spent a lot of time focusing on learning about the illnesses I have, their symptoms and treatment. The resources I have listed under Chronic Illness are a good starting point for the newly diagnosed.

Nature-based ResourcesOnce I got the hang of living with a chronic inflammatory arthritis disease, I decided I needed to find a new way to enjoy my life. Nature provided the answers.Vegetable and herb gardening has been a big help to me, as well as making some of my own herbal medicines. Spending time in nature, walking outdoors on a trail in the woods, swimming in the lake every summer, and simply sitting outside and watching the sunset, are activities that fill my soul today.